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MISSOULA, MT — Gaize, the leader in cutting-edge impairment detection technology, is proud to announce its collaboration with the University of Saskatchewan (USask) on a pioneering research initiative. This innovative study, led by Associate Professor Dr. Alexander Crizzle, aims to evaluate the effects of cannabis edibles on driving skills, utilizing a driving simulator, the Gaize impairment detection system and other advanced tools to gain deeper insights into impairment. Beginning in March 2025, this landmark study will focus on how cannabis edibles affect drivers’… Read More »Gaize Partners with University of Saskatchewan for a Groundbreaking Study on Cannabis Edibles and Driving Impairment

It sounds like an early April Fools’ Day joke, but Edible Arrangements parent company Edible Brands has just launched a cannabis-products marketplace called Edibles.com. The online storefront offers drinks and gummies from buzzy—so to speak—brands in the cannabis space such as Cann and Ayrloom.   These products began making their way into the market after the 2018 Farm Bill legalized cannabis products derived from hemp that contain less than .3 percent of tetrahydrocannabinol, better known as THC, by dry weight. But companies still have to… Read More »No Joke! Edible Arrangements Just Launched Edibles.com

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Marijuana enthusiasts brought their own weed to the Ohio Statehouse for a rally to prevent Republican lawmakers from passing proposed restrictions on recreational policy. On a stressful day, Ashton Price knows she can have some relief. “I realized that I no longer wanted to be on medication for my mental health, so I started looking into alternative resources,” Price said. Full article: https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/politics/ohio-politics/marijuana-supporters-bring-weed-to-ohio-statehouse-to-protest-against-gop-restrictions

Power Knot LLC, the market leader in on-site organic waste management solutions, has introduced the LCD biodigester—a groundbreaking solution for the disposal of cannabis waste. The LCD biodigester is a fully enclosed, automated system that efficiently processes cannabis waste within 24 hours, converting it into water that can be safely discharged into sewage systems or reused for irrigation. Available in nine sizes, it can handle waste volumes ranging from 3 kg (7 lb) to 2700 kg (6000 lb) per day.… Read More »Power Knot Launches LCD Biodigester for Cannabis Waste Management

Marijuana is not legal in Georgia. But, the 2018 Farm Bill opened the door for businesses in the state to start selling hemp-derived products like gummies and THC-infused beverages. With no federal regulations on how these products are made or marketed, state lawmakers have since introduced legislation restricting what hemp products can be sold. AJC’s Fraser Jones breaks down these recent regulations and speaks with local business owners about how they’ve been impacted.  Full article: https://www.ajc.com/news/hemp-laws-in-georgia-are-confusing-heres-what-you-can-buy-right-now/fc51699b-8b61-4369-98b9-0a2968ddefb6/

ABERDEEN, Md. — Budtenders and shift leaders at Ascend in Aberdeen, Maryland, have ratified their first collective bargaining agreement, making them the first cannabis workers in the state to be covered by a Teamsters contract. “These workers stuck together and were fearless in advocating for themselves during this process,” said Sean Cedenio, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 570. “Their dedication is inspiring, and what we’ve accomplished here can serve as a model for other dispensaries throughout the state.” Full article: https://mgmagazine.com/press-releases/teamsters-ratify-first-cannabis-contract-in-maryland/

The cannabis-derived product CBD has been hailed “the wonder drug of our age”, offering potential health benefits without the high. From juices and coffee to truffles and ice cream, CBD products have flooded the market for consumers looking for an answer to health problems from anxiety to insomnia. But with CBD products in the UK and EU falling under “novel foods” regulations rather than pharmaceutical standards, they aren’t subjected to the same rigorous safety and quality controls as drugs. The UK’s Committee on… Read More »From hempseed gruel to CBD: the curious history of cannabis as a health product

AUSTIN, Texas — Country music legend Willie Nelson has released his own brand of marijuana-infused drink, but a new Texas bill could kill his buzz. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is leading the charge for Senate Bill 3, which would ban all products containing tetrahydrocannabinol, more commonly known as THC. The bill passed the Texas Senate this week and heads to the House next, where its fate is uncertain. The ban would jeopardize sales of the drink in Nelson’s home state. Full article: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/south-texas-el-paso/news/2025/03/20/willie-nelson-thc-drink-potential-ban